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SUMMARY:DRAGON’S PATH 5K/1K AAPI RUN 2026
DESCRIPTION:Join Us for the DAGON’S PATH 5K/1K AAPI RUN 2026 \nDear Friends and Community Members\, \nWe are excited to invite you to the DRAGON’S PATH 5K/1K AAPI RUN 2026 – a celebration of health\, heritage\, and family! Whether you’re a seasoned runner or just want a fun morning out\, this event welcomes everyone\, including kids. \nEvent Details: \n· Date: Sunday\, May 10\, 2026\n· Time: 9:30 AM\n· Location: 154 Wells Ave\, Newton\, MA\n· Race Options: 5K run or 1K fun run/walk \n· Free T-shirts for the first 100 registrants\n· A great way to honor Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) heritage and celebrate Mother’s Day (May 10 is #1 MOM day!)\n· Kid-friendly activities – bring the whole family\n· Post-race celebration- Fresh roses for all \nWe can’t wait to see you at the starting line. Lace up your sneakers and come run with us! \nPresented by:\nNCLS \n#AAPIrun #MothersDay5K #RunNewton
URL:https://www.newtonbeacon.org/event/dagons-path-5k-1k-aapi-run-2026/
LOCATION:MA
CATEGORIES:Community
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SUMMARY:Notes and Novels: A Jazzy Author Talk
DESCRIPTION:Immerse yourself in the irregular rhythms of both piano and prose\, as local author Isaiah Scott reads excerpts from his two debut novels and local jazz pianist Julian Laury performs original arrangements inspired by the selected readings. \nTickets: $27 (admission + one of Isaiah’s two debut novels)\, $10 (admission only)
URL:https://www.newtonbeacon.org/event/notes-and-novels-a-jazzy-author-talk/
LOCATION:MA
CATEGORIES:Community,Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260514T183000
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SUMMARY:Brush & Lens
DESCRIPTION:Join us at The Allen Center for a compelling lecture demonstration on the dynamic interplay between painting and photography— and go behind the scenes with two of Newton’s most celebrated artists\, Peter Vanderwarker and Sam Belisle\, for a rare glimpse into their creative processes. All attendees will be entered to win one of two signed Peter Vanderwarker prints. Admission is free\, but registration is required.
URL:https://www.newtonbeacon.org/event/brush-lens/
LOCATION:The Allen Center\, 35 Webster Street\, Newton\, MA\, 02465\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Education,Visual Arts
ORGANIZER;CN="Newton Cultural Alliance":MAILTO:contact@newtonculture.org
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SUMMARY:Newton Conservators' Webinar: Spotted Lanternfly: Impact\, current status\, and management optionsnar
DESCRIPTION:Elizabeth Barnes will present the latest information about the spotted lanternfly\, an invasive insect that feeds on over 100 plant species and is an agricultural and nuisance pest. In addition to killing grapes\, black walnut saplings\, and Ailanthus saplings\, they also are a major nuisance pest in yards\, parks\, and outdoor venues. This presentation will cover the issues they cause\, their current distribution\, and an overview of management options. \nElizabeth is the Forest Pest Outreach Coordinator with the Massachusetts Department of Agricultural Resources and previously worked as the Exotic Forest Pest Educator at Purdue University. She received her doctorate in plant-insect interactions from the University of Denver\, where she studied tent caterpillars and fall webworms. \nSign up: https://shorturl.at/1fuFk
URL:https://www.newtonbeacon.org/event/newton-conservators-webinar-spotted-lanternfly-impact-current-status-and-management-optionsnar/
LOCATION:online\, Zoom\, Zoom\, MA\, Zoom\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Education
ORGANIZER;CN="Newton Conservators":MAILTO:info@newtonconservators.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260516T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260516T153000
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SUMMARY:Free Self Defense Class & Demonstration
DESCRIPTION:Free self defense class and demonstration for all ages at the Hyde Center\, 90 Lincoln St.\, Newton Highlands\, on Saturday\, May 16\, 2026 from 2pm – 3:30pm. Daniel Mola from Atom\, Jiu-Jitsu & Science on Needham St.\, Newton Highlands will be sponsoring this event. All are welcome! \nIn this hands-on Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu workshop\, you’ll experience practical self-defense principles based on leverage\, balance\, and intelligent movement—not strength or athleticism. More importantly\, you’ll learn how to avoid dangerous situations and protect yourself if needed. \nNo experience required. Just show up ready to learn. \nWhat to bring:\n* Athletic clothing that allows free movement\n* Sneakers (no sandals)\n* A bottle of water \nCome train\, ask questions\, and see firsthand how effective self-defense really works.
URL:https://www.newtonbeacon.org/event/free-self-defense-class-demonstration/
LOCATION:Hyde Community Center\, 90 Lincoln Street\, Newton Highlands\, MA\, 02460
CATEGORIES:Community,Education
ORGANIZER;CN="Newton Highlands Neighborhood Area Council":MAILTO:HighlandsAreaCouncil@newtonma.gov
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SUMMARY:Newton Yacht Club Open House
DESCRIPTION:Join us for Open House at the Newton Yacht Club\, where you can explore the club’s facilities\, meet members\, and learn about our social events\, and family-friendly activities. Whether you’re an experienced boater or simply curious\, it’s a great opportunity to discover what makes the club such a special place to gather\, connect\, and enjoy life on the Charles River and beyond.
URL:https://www.newtonbeacon.org/event/newton-yacht-club-open-house-2/
LOCATION:Newton Yacht Club\, 1 Nonantum Road\, MA\, 02458\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community
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SUMMARY:Diane Heffner and the Jet Set Octet
DESCRIPTION:Diane Heffner\, saxophone\, and Liz Horwitz\, bassist\, formed this group with the goal of performing pieces that were different and new to their repertoire. The Jet Set Octet\, named as an homage to the atomic age of the 1950s-60s\, performs the “West Coast Cool” jazz style of the Dave Pell Octet. \nFeaturing ANMS Faculty Diane Heffner\, tenor saxophone\, Katie Ronan\, baritone saxophone\, Karen McCarthy\, trumpet\, Kurt Thaller\, trombone\, Tammy Murawski\, guitar\, Cole Delgado\, piano\, Liz Horwitz\, bass\, and Tom Goodkind\, drums.
URL:https://www.newtonbeacon.org/event/diane-heffner-and-the-jet-set-octet/
LOCATION:All Newton Music School\, 321 Chestnut Street\, West Newton\, MA\, 12465\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Music
ORGANIZER;CN="All Newton Music School":MAILTO:bridget@allnewton.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260606T090000
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SUMMARY:Red Cross Blood Drive at The Union Church in Waban
DESCRIPTION:Just one blood donation can help save up to three lives\, and the whole process usually takes about an hour from start to finish. \nBook your appointment for June 6th and be part of this lifesaving effort. Please share the link with your friends and family to help us reach even more people! \nEveryone is welcome\, and all blood types are needed. For eligibility details and more information about donating\, check out the Red Cross FAQs.
URL:https://www.newtonbeacon.org/event/red-cross-blood-drive-at-the-union-church-in-waban/
LOCATION:MA
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